Mallayer / 14406

This Mallayer antique rug measures 3' 1" x 8' 9" and carries a restrained, time-softened palette of cream, brown, and warm neutral tones. An allover field of scrolling hooked motifs and lattice-like forms gives the composition steady rhythm, while the layered border work keeps the long format visually anchored. Woven in wool, it shows medium distress with visible fading and gentle edge wear that lend the surface a settled, lived-in feel. Circa 1900 - 1915, it reflects the quiet balance and graphic discipline often associated with Mallayer weaving. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.